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N541 XRA

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,138 mi
Last recorded114,138 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN541 XRA
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2013 114,138 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pipes greased

Fail 22 Apr 2013 114,138 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pipes greased

Pass 26 Mar 2012 110,814 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 110,814 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nail in near side rear tyre

Pass 7 Apr 2011 107,503 miles

brake pipes greased

flex in bulk head

Pass 16 Apr 2010 103,474 miles

flex in bulk head

Pass 12 Mar 2009 98,080 miles

flex in bulk head

uneven wear nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2008 93,892 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

high handbrake travel

Pass 6 Mar 2007 88,279 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside headlight protector cracked.

Pass 9 Mar 2006 82,986 miles

rear exhaust heatshield is loose,may foul flexi brake hose if not secured.

How Reliable is the Saab 900?

Based on 358,142 MOT tests across 40,566 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
3,962
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
40,566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,771
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,261
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 13,034
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,409
position lamp(s) not working 11,155
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N541 XRA is a 1996 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 108,260 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N541 XRA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N541 XRA?

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What year was N541 XRA registered?

N541 XRA is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 28 February 1996.

Is N541 XRA safe to buy?

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